NCTJ

17/07/2026

The NCTJ ambassador network just got bigger, bringing even more representation to Scotland, Northern Ireland, the North West, and Yorkshire. 🗺️

With over 100 outreach activities since last year, our ambassadors are on a mission to show young people that journalism is an accessible, rewarding career.

Sarah Rix, head of marketing and communications at the NCTJ, says: "By sharing their experiences and advice, they help people understand the many routes into journalism and encourage talented individuals from all backgrounds to pursue careers in the profession."

Find out more about the expanding network: https://www.nctj.com/news/nctj-expands-ambassador-network-to-inspire-the-next-generation-of-journalists/

06/07/2026

Thinking about reporting on public affairs? 🤔

We caught up with BBC Wales journalist and NCTJ ambassador Eleri Griffith to get her thoughts on a journalist's responsibility when it comes to public affairs and how to make it accessible for audiences.

Could journalism be your future career? Take the quiz 👉www.nctj.com/yourstory

25/06/2026

In the two years since the last edition of McNae's Essential Media Law for Journalists was published a lot of things have changed, so we're bringing you the 28th edition 📙

We asked co-author Charlie Moloney to tell us what additions that journalists should look out for in the new edition! 📣

Written by Sian Harrison, Gill Phillips and Charlie Moloney and published by Oxford University Press in partnership with the NCTJ, the new edition has been fully updated to reflect the latest developments in media law and regulation. It remains an essential resource for journalism students, trainees, tutors and working journalists.

Key updates include:
🔹Revised guidance in line with new Ofcom rules on presenting news programmes.
🔹Coverage of the new coroner’s Bench Book, including updated guidance on open justice and inquests in writing.
🔹A new section on the Law Commission’s recommendations on contempt by publication when proceedings are active.
🔹Incorporation of the National Security Act 2023.

Pre-order your copy here 👉 https://www.nctj.com/product/mcnaes-essential-law-for-journalists-28th-edition-pre-order/

19/06/2026

The NCTJ Awards for Excellence 2026 is OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS🏆

Enter your work for free for the opportunity to become an award-winning journalist!

Submit your work now 👉https://www.nctj.com/why-choose-nctj/awards/awards-for-excellence/

12/03/2026

The NCTJ has today launched a new campaign, ‘Where your story goes’, to inspire more young people to a career in journalism.

Targeted at 14–18-year-olds, the campaign was born from research showing that although young people are interested in journalism, many don’t fully trust the news or feel it represents them.

To bridge these gaps, the campaign’s dedicated site features an interactive personality quiz for young people to explore which journalism roles could suit them best. They can also hear from five young journalists working in some of those roles at the BBC, Attitude Magazine, The Times and The Sunday Times , Southwark News and ITV News.

In partnership with the Financial Times, a printed careers guide is also being distributed to over 35,000 teachers and education providers across the UK. The guide includes information on the different journalism careers available and why the NCTJ offers the best route into the industry. A free digital version of the careers guide can be downloaded from the campaign site.

Joanne Forbes, chief executive of the NCTJ, said: “Journalism is one of the most important professions in a democratic society, yet many young people still feel it isn’t a career for them or don’t fully understand the opportunities available.

“This campaign is designed to open up that world and show young people the many ways they can build a career in journalism today – from reporting and investigations to podcasting, video production and data storytelling.

“We also hope that by helping more young people discover journalism earlier, we can strengthen the pipeline into high-quality training and ensure newsrooms continue to benefit from skilled, diverse and passionate new talent.”

Thank you to Livity and everyone involved in producing this campaign, and the talented alumni at the heart of the project: Calum Leslie, Evie Flynn, Cree-Summer Haughton, Hamzah Khalique-Loonat and Aaron Sugg.

Explore the campaign site here: https://nctj.com/yourstory

03/03/2026

Community news reporter Emily Gray has marked her first year at the Newcastle Chronicle with a record month for online engagement, a growing portfolio of human-interest stories and increasing responsibility in the newsroom.

“You never know what’s going to land on your lap and whose story you’re going to tell,” Emily said. “Even if to some people it might not be the most gripping story, to the people whose stories you’re telling it makes a big difference.”

Read the full blog here 👉https://www.nctj.com/news/you-never-know-what-will-land-in-your-lap-emily-gray-on-her-first-year-in-the-community-news-project/

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